Yoga Journey to Bodhgaya.

Wednesday 25th Feb - Wednesday 4th March 2026.

This 7 night journey is about remebering who you are beneath the noise. It is a chance to root into simplicity, serve from the heart, and receive the quiet teachings that arise when we slow down and truley see. This is a call to reconnect with presence, purpose and community.

Included - 7 night accomodation

wholesome meals made with love

Sunrise meditation and integrative Yoga with me

Guided community experiences and rural immersion

Teachings with Buddhist Monks and local changemakers

ultural excursions to sacred sights

Transfers to and from Gaya Airport

Pre trip support.

How this trip was born….

As many of you know I have been longing to help people to discover the beauty, nourishment, and deep connection to that which is greater than our little selves, and which I have personally benefitted from on my trips to India. I have been incredibly fortunate to have been able to travel to this land of profound spirituality, profound connection, love and wonder every year since my first lone voyage in 2022.

I have been sitting with this, trusted and patiently waited for that YES! That which I knew I would feel in my heart and my blood.

This is it!! The opportunity to work together with BodhiTree School in Bodh Gaya, in the land where the Buddha gained enlightenment, where all are welcome, all cultures all religeons, ages, and where We can really make a difference.

This trip is open to anyone who is curios to really meet themsleves on a deep level, to experience a deeply spiritual immersion and who are ready to let go of expectations, of planning, of striving for perfection and to allow themsleves to unfold beautifully and naturally exactly as they are.

No need to have any experience of yoga at all to attend. Just a willingness to be open, to receive, to give and support this amazing project to continue to offer opportunities to the young people and children to gain an eductation and therefore choices, possibilities and fun!

I met Dear Courtney and Angie through my Yoga training in India. Together they have created this opportunity for us, and I can tell you that this is all coming from the heart. Not about what we can gain, rather what we can give, true service - and in that service we can receive far more than any monetary value could ever provide.

You are warmly invited to join me, please look at the Bodhi tree instagram to see the work in action and click below to see Bodhitree Instagram page and the button below to see Courtney’s info and more about the retreat!

Join Ali MacDonald in Bodh Gaya, India—the place where the Buddha awakened—and discover a way of traveling that is simple, mindful, and deeply nourishing. Together we’ll share yoga, meditation, service, and connection, allowing each day to unfold with meaning and heart.

This retreat is for those who long for stillness, community, and a chance to give back while receiving the gifts of India. It’s a journey to reconnect—with yourself, with others, and with life.

📍 Bodh Gaya, India | Feb 25 – March 4, 2026

What You’ll Experience

🌅 Morning Practice Begin each day with sunrise meditation and yoga—an invitation to presence and grounding.

🤝 Service from the Heart Spend time with the children of the Bodhi Tree Educational Foundation, where giving your presence supports education, dignity, and opportunity.

🎶 The Joy of India Feel the colours, sounds, and rhythms of daily life in India—an experience of joy and connection.

🪷 Sacred Sites Sit in stillness under the Bodhi Tree, visit the Mahabodhi Temple, and walk the paths where the Buddha once practiced.

🌀 Evening Reflections Gentle integration, offering space to honour your journey.

✨ Small Group (Max 14 Guests) Travel in an intimate circle safe, connected, and supported.

Why This Retreat Is Different

This retreat is a heartfelt offering of service to the Bodhi Tree Educational Foundation and its grassroots initiatives. The school is a place where education opens doors, where children from all backgrounds learn side by side, and where communities are uplifted through dignity and opportunity.

By joining this journey, you are not just travelling—you are contributing to something lasting. Your presence helps support education that bridges divides, nourishment that strengthens families, and livelihood projects that allow communities to thrive.

Each step of this journey supports real change—creating opportunities and strengthening a community built on care and respect.

✨ Say yes to this journey. Join Ali in India. Come home to community, compassion, and yourself.

Prices may vary depending on exchange rates. We are paying BhodiTree via Australian Dollars and so the proces below were taken from current exchange rates.

Retreat Pricing: Shared Room Investment: £770 per person,

Private Room Investment £914 per person (Click Link for Payment) Retreat Fee Includes:

· 7 nights’ shared or Private accommodation in a serene monastery setting

· All practices, workshops, and teachings with Ali, Buddhist monks, and guest experts in Compassion in Action

· Daily nourishing vegetarian meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

· All scheduled excursions, temple visits, and cultural celebrations

· Transfers to and from Gaya Airport (on designated arrival and departure days)

· Guidance with travel planning, cultural insights, and packing recommendations

A 50% deposit is required to secure your place upon registration. Spaces are limited.

Not Included:

· International flights from your location to Delhi

· Domestic flight from Delhi to Bodh Gaya

· Note that the outbound flights from London allow a 3 hour transfer time. Inbound to London there is a longer transfer time, around 7 hours so you may wish to book the airport lounge area or hotel.

Visa and travel insurance.

Travel Notes & Recommendations:

· International flights to India are not included. Suggested route: fly into Delhi, then take a domestic flight to Gaya Airport (GAY). Based on experience, Indigo Air is the most reliable local airline. A detailed information sheet with Delhi accommodation options and recommended internal flight times will be provided after registration.

· Comprehensive travel insurance is mandatory for all participants.

· You will receive a pre-retreat guide with practical details: packing list, cultural etiquette, currency guidance, and tips to enrich your time in India.

🗓️ Retreat Dates: February 25th – March 4th, 2026

📍 Location: Bodh Gaya, Bihar, India

👥 Max Group Size: 14 Guests

🧘🏽‍♀️ Facilitated by: The Bodhi Tree Edu